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Podcast: Leadership Article Review Podcast
Episode: Collaborating with People You Don't Like, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
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Abstract: Collaborating effectively with colleagues we don't particularly enjoy working with is a common challenge in organizational settings. However, research in fields such as organizational psychology and communication studies has identified a number of evidence-based strategies that can help navigate these interpersonal dynamics and foster more productive collaborations. This research brief explores key principles backed by scholarly literature, including cultivating empathy and understanding, adopting a growth mindset, establishing clear boundaries and expectations, and aligning around shared goals and mutual gains. Drawing on real-world examples from the author's consulting experience, the brief provides a practical, research-grounded approach for successfully collaborating...